Rory Mitchell
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Rory Mitchell
@rorymitchellf1.bsky.social
F1 Journalist. f1debrief.substack.com.

Bylines with Sector.World, F1Oversteer, RacingNews365, Autosport, Motorsport News, ZAG Daily. Formerly PR @ Patterrn. University of Sheffield graduate.
I see a world that has variety rather than one solution and that should really be tailored to landmass (I.e. What works in London does not work in Sheffield). F1's direct road relevancy is limited, but it has the power to change mindset.
December 22, 2025 at 7:10 PM
There are a lot of misconceptions about sustainable fuels, especially when the narrative around the transition from fossil fuels is dominated by EVs. The SRFAS should ensure these fuels have a positive impact while also being commercially viable (as is nessasary from F1 to grassroots).
December 22, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Previously, teams only had the "right of review" process available if they contested a penalty within 96 hours of an event finishing.

The stewards can also now convene an out-of-competition stewards panel in between race weekends. #F1
December 22, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Might be one of the worst games of football I've watched. Tottenham play like they've had six pints down the local and want to start a fight. We've got no composure playing against 8 men. Woeful.
December 20, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Technology wise, there will be overlap. But F1 can't go fully electric because Formula E has exclusivity rights for the next 24 years.
December 18, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Drivers get extra energy in Overtake Mode. So as the leading car's energy tapers off after 290kph, the car behind can use the override mode for 350kW up to 337kph.
December 17, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Overtake Mode will still be done in specific zones like DRS, as far as I'm aware.
December 17, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Overtake Mode is only a burst of extra energy when you're within a second of the car in front, whereas Boost Mode can be used any time and gives you full usage of the power unit.
December 17, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Active Aero - Drivers can dynamically adjust angles of front and rear wings in specific high-speed sections in Corner and Straight modes.

Recharge - The battery can be recharged with recovered energy under braking, either at the end of straights or corners where part power is applied. #F1
December 17, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Norris in front of Mohammed Ben Sulayem: "I and we had our fair share of mistakes and fuck ups along... Sorry I'll get fined. I can pay it now!" #F1
December 12, 2025 at 8:11 PM
The difficulty is keeping the timetable slots due to the supports, which pay for the track time. Plus you need time for lunch etc..
December 11, 2025 at 3:29 PM
WMSC has also agreed updates in the technical rules to the function of the new driver-adjustable bodywork in 'straight line mode' and 'cornering mode,' along with revisions to tyre testing rules.

The return of a single test for 2027 has also been confirmed. #F1
December 10, 2025 at 2:38 PM